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We are a Christ centered Institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued and empowered. Our vision as a Seventh-day Adventist university is to produce graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities

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Takoma Park, MD (July 22, 2015) A free LinkedIn workshop will be hosted by Washington Adventist University’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies and the Betty Howard Center for Student Success on August&n , 4-6 p.m. on campus in Takoma Park. The workshop is open to students, alumni and members of the community who are interested in learning how to use the LinkedIn network to expand their p…

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Washington Adventist University Business Students to be Recognized for Helping Local Small Businesses Find Success
Wednesday, July 22, 2015 3 p.m.
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Washington Adventist University (WAU) business students will be recognized for their creative solutions to he…

New classes start the week of August 30 – September 3
Takoma Park, MD (July 16, 2015) Nursing and health care professionals are invited to register for one of Washington Adventist University’s graduate nursing programs, which are offered in the evenings. A master’s degree in nursing education or nursing and business leadership can be earned in as little as 18 months by attending classes just one…

Takoma Park, MD (July 9, 2015) A new ranking offered by the Great Value Colleges website names Washington Adventist University in the top 100 “Most Affordable Colleges East of the Mississippi.”&nbs criteria used to develop the rankings include total cost of attendance, return on investment, availability of financial aid and assistance, and degrees that offer economic success.&nbs The Great Value…

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The School of Arts & Social Sciences offers a curriculum focused on fostering the development of the skills essential to be successful in the global service economy of the 21st Century: writing, critical thinking, debate, analysis, and an understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity.

The School of Health Professions, Science & Wellness employs a philosophy that balances practical training and theory in approaching education for future health sciences professionals. We bridge the gap between concept and practice.

For more than 30 years, WAU has been a leader in providing career building undergraduate degree programs for working professionals. WAU has continued to expand those offerings by adding graduate programs. This provides undergraduate students the opportunity to transition into graduate programs and continue to enhance their skills and competitive marketability.